Hematologist–Oncologists — interested in a Locum opportunity with a strong cancer care program in Paducah, KY?
Job at a glance
Job description
A cancer care program in Paducah is seeking a Board-Certified Hematologist–Oncologist for a locum opportunity providing comprehensive oncology and hematology care for adult patients.
🩺 Position: Physician – Hematology / Medical Oncology
📍 Location: Paducah
🏥 Position Type: Locum
What makes this opportunity exciting
• 100% adult patient population
• Practice mix of 95% clinic and 5% hospital coverage
• Clinical focus of 70% Oncology and 30% Hematology
• Manage an average patient census of ~22 patients per day
• 2–3 new consults daily within a growing oncology practice
• Work with a collaborative oncology team supporting comprehensive cancer care
💻 EMR System: Epic
Schedule & Practice Setting
• Primarily outpatient oncology practice with minimal inpatient consults
• Balanced clinical workload with established patient flow
• Opportunity for long-term permanent placement
Candidate Requirements
✔ Board Certified in Hematology / Oncology – REQUIRED
✔ Completion of Hematology/Oncology Fellowship – REQUIRED
✔ Active Kentucky Medical License – Highly Preferred
✔ BLS & ACLS Certifications – REQUIRED
✔ Experience with both outpatient and inpatient Hem/Onc care – REQUIRED
✔ Ability to perform Intrathecal Chemotherapy – REQUIRED
✔ Experience with Intracavitary Chemotherapy – Highly Preferred
✔ COVID Vaccination – REQUIRED
✔ Self-Query NPDB report (dated within 30 days of submission) – REQUIRED
🌿 Why Paducah, KY?
Paducah is a charming riverfront community known for its vibrant arts scene, historic downtown, and welcoming atmosphere—offering physicians a relaxed lifestyle with strong community connections.
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